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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in electronic educational technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this expanding desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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